Vocabulary
What does "curious" mean?
A) Ready to help
B) Eager to learn
C) Willing to obey
D) Unable to sleep
B) Eager to learn
What was the main problem in the story?
A) The townspeople did not get along with one another.
B) They needed to carry large pieces to the woodcutter's home.
C) A thunderstorm knocked down the giant mesquite tree in the town square.
D) A giant mesquite tree was growing out of control in the town square.
D) A giant mesquite tree was growing out of control in the town square.
Which word has the same sound as "hair"?
A) Hard
B) Chair
C) Harp
D) Hat
B) Chair
What is "distance"?
A) A map key
B) A far-off place
C) The universe or world
D) A measurement of time
B) A far-off place
Who did the townspeople ask to help solve the problem?
A) The woodcutter
B) The mayor
C) The gardener
D) The house painter
A) The woodcutter
Which word contains the "oar" sound like in "roar"?
A) Board
B) Bird
C) Far
D) Park
A) Board
What does "enormous" mean?
A) Extra
B) Square-shaped
C) Miniature
D) Very large
D) Very large
Why did the woodcutter lock his shed every night?
A) He was hiding a secret.
B) He did not want anyone to see what he was creating.
C) He did not want anyone to take his tools.
D) He was afraid someone would take his artwork.
B) He did not want anyone to see what he was creating.
Which word has the same vowel sound as "dear"?
A) Dare
B) Dark
C) Here
D) Dance
C) Here
Which word is defined as "kindly" or "softly"?
A) Gently
B) Skillfully
C) Quickly
D) Slowly
A) Gently
What did the woodcutter make with the wood from the mesquite tree?
A) Furniture
B) Firewood
C) Life-sized wooden animals
D) Life-sized wooden people
C) Life-sized wooden animals
Which word contains the "ore" spelling for the /or/ sound?
A) Store
B) More
C) Pear
D) Pair
B) More
What does "proudly" mean in the sentence: "The winner spoke proudly"?
A) Nervously
B) With pleasure and satisfaction
C) Quickly
D) Shyly
B) With pleasure and satisfaction
How did the townspeople react to the woodcutter's creations?
A) They ignored them.
B) They criticized them.
C) They admired them and felt proud.
D) They demanded he stop making art.
C) They admired them and felt proud.
What does the suffix "-ish" mean in "childish"?
A) Full of energy
B) Like a child
C) Without kindness
D) Always laughing
B) Like a child
What does "rarely" mean?
A) Never
B) Not often
C) Usually
D) Yearly
B) Not often
What change occurred in the town after the woodcutter revealed his creations?
A) The town became famous worldwide.
B) The townspeople began to communicate and bond more.
C) The woodcutter moved away.
D) The townspeople became more isolated.
B) The townspeople began to communicate and bond more.
What does the word "darkish" mean?
A) Not dark at all
B) Completely dark
C) Somewhat dark
D) A place without light
C) Somewhat dark
Which of the following is considered one of our Earth's resources?
A) Highways
B) Water
C) Landfills
D) Buildings
B) Water
What lesson can be learned from "The Woodcutter's Gift"?
A) Creativity and generosity can bring a community together.
B) Hard work leads to wealth.
C) Keeping secrets is important.
D) Nature should be left untouched.
A) Creativity and generosity can bring a community together.
What does the suffix "-ity" mean in "activity"?
A) A place
B) A state or condition
C) A type of job
D) A way to move
B) A state or condition
What does "supply" mean in the sentence: "The campers had a large supply of food"?
A) Bundle
B) Shelf
C) Feast
D) Stock or amount available
D) Stock or amount available
Why is the title "The Woodcutter's Gift" significant?
A) It refers to a present he received.
B) It describes a festival in the town.
C) It symbolizes the positive impact of his creations on the community.
D) It highlights his talent in cutting wood.
C) It symbolizes the positive impact of his creations on the community.
Which sentence correctly uses a word with the suffix "-ity"?
A) The boy ran fastish to catch the ball.
B) The teacher talked with kindish words.
C) The city was full of activity during the parade.
D) She felt warmish in her sweater.
C) The city was full of activity during the parade.